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Meaning of nucleus basalis

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

nucleus

Pronunciation:/ˈnjuː.kli.əs//ˈnuːkli.əs/

noun

Definitions

  1. The core, central part of something, around which other elements are assembled.

  2. An initial part or version that will receive additions.

    Example: This collection will form the nucleus of a new library.

  3. The massive, positively charged central part of an atom, made up of protons and neutrons.

  4. A large membrane-enclosed organelle found in eukaryotic cells which contains genetic material.